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Soroptimist International Derby
Soroptimist International Derby is the local branch of an international movement for lively professional and business women, who join clubs to give service to others.
Some facts about SI Derby
We currently have 41 members
We live or work throughout the county
We are open to women in all sectors of business,
the professions and voluntary work, full or part-time
About Soroptimist International
The name 'Soroptimist' derives from the Latin soror meaning 'sister' and optima
meaning 'best', and so is best translated as 'Best of sisters'.
The first club opened in the United States in 1921, followed by clubs in Great Britain and Europe. The organisation currently has over 3,000 clubs arranged in 4 geographical federations and is expanding, particularly in the developing world.
Our Vision
Soroptimist International is a vibrant, dynamic organisation for today's professional and business women. We are committed to a world where women and girls together achieve their individual and collective potential, realise aspirations and have an equal voice in creating strong, peaceful communities worldwide.
Our Mission
Soroptimists inspire action and create opportunities to transform the lives of women and girls through a global network of members and international partnerships.
Soroptimist International's focus is to improve the lives of women and girls
Why
do women and girls need our help? Because
they face additional obstacles and discrimination solely because of their
gender.
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